This time next weekend we'll be in the middle of Arisia 2017 in Boston - New England's Largest, Most Diverse Sci-Fi & Fantasy Convention - January 13 - 16, 2017 at the Westin Boston Waterfront Hotel - find out more at Arisia.org! I'm on three panels at Arisia . Come on out!

Sat 11:30 AM - Self-Publishing 101: Become an Authorpreneur Faneuil

Description Who needs gatekeepers when you can market your stories directly to your readers? Come find out what it will take to transform that manuscript into a marketable product. This panel of indie authors, small presses, and comic creators will tell you what resources are out there, scams to avoid, and what to expect. Come over to the Dark Side of indie publishing. We have candy…

Description Come learn how to set up a budget home audio recording studio. How long does it take to record a book or create a podcast? What makes a book read-out-loud-able? What annoying audio narrator habits should you avoid? Once you've recorded them, where can you upload it for monetization or for sale? Our panel of experts will discuss the basics and what equipment will give you the biggest bang for your buck.